Join Dr. Mikayla as she answers a frequently asked question - Does my chicken coop need a rooster in order for my hens to lay eggs? Roosters are necessary to make chicks but they are not necessary for your hens to lay farm fresh eg...
In this video, Dr. Mikayla covers some key physiological features to consider when thinking about when choosing the best chickens that are able to tolerate heat. Do you have any of the chicken breeds she recommends?
It can be really hard to tell the difference between a hen and a rooster when chicks are young. In this video, Dr. Mikayla covers when it’s possible to tell them apart, how to do it, and how to ensure you get hens if you’re purchasing fr...
It's officially winter, which means it is likely that your chickens will experience cold stress. Adult chickens feel most comfortable between 60º-75º F. The good news is that chickens have great feather coverage, which allows them ...